Recycling
There are four methods to recycle in the City of Rio Dell:
- Curbside Recycling: Call Recology Eel River (formerly Eel River Disposal) at 707-725-5156 to find out more and subscribe to a weekly curbside pickup.
- Self-Serve Recycling Bins: These bins are located behind City Hall at 675 Wildwood Avenue. Waste may only be deposited into the bins (not on the ground) and the area is video monitored.
- Composting: Yard trimmings and food account for 28% of all municipal solid waste. You can compost at home or call Recology Eel River (formerly Eel River Disposal) at 707-725-5156 to schedule a regular green waste pick up.
- Self-Haul: Specialty items can always be hauled to Recology Eel River (formerly Eel River Disposal) 965 Riverwalk Dr, Fortuna, CA - give them a call to find out more 707-725-5156.
Litter Decomposition Rates | |
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Paper Takes | 3-5 Months |
Orange Peels | 6 Months |
Milk Cartons | 5 Years |
Filter Tip Cigarettes | 10-12 Years |
Plastic Bags | 10-20 Years |
Leather Shoes | 25-40 Years |
Plastic Containers | 50-80 Years |
Disposable Diapers | 75 Years |
Tin Cans | 100 Years |
Aluminum Cans | 200-500 Years |
Styrofoam | No Decomposition |